Roasted Okra with Chunky Tomatoes

 

 

Roasted Okra with Chunky Tomatoes.

 

Growing up, I hated to eat Okras while my sister relished them dearly. If allowed, she could have it with each meals. Now, that she lives thousands of miles away whenever I make this recipe, I think about her, wishing to make it for her one day when she would visit or may be next time when I'm home. Until then, I can enjoy it with my friends. So for all of you Okra lovers,  here is the recipe. Happy Cooking!

 

Ingredients:



1 lb cut Okra, cap discarded. (Secret: I have successfully used Whole Foods Frozen Okra. Contrary to belief, it works just as beautifully).

3 Medium Roma Tomatoes, cut in Chunks.

1Tbsp Olive Oil,

1Tbsp Fennel Seeds,

1tsp Cumin seeds,

1/4th tsp turmuric,

1/2 tsp Chilli pwder/ Cayenne

1/2 tsp Garam Masal / curry powder.

2Tbsp Coriander powder.

Zest of 1 lime.

Juice of half lime.

Salt to taste

 

Heat oil in a saute pan. When warm, add Cumin & fennel seeds. When seeds splutter, add Okra, turmeric, zest of lime and lime juice.  DO NOT COVER THE LID. As Okra cooks, it will loose water & become quite sticky. Don't worry & Let it be. Gently suate it few times while it's cooking to prevent charring at the bottom. As it cooks, it will soak the water back up & will start becoming crispier. Add rest of the spice masala & saute. Cook for couple more minutes and then add chunks of Tomato & salt. Gently saute it all together.

 Garnish with Cilantro, if you want & Voila, Okra is ready to be served!